mental health social worker

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Social Worker- Inpatient Mental Health

State of Missouri

<div>Job Summary - Why you&rsquo;ll love this position
<p><b>Licensed Clinical Social Worker</b></p>
<p><b>Forensic Treatment Center - North</b></p>
<p><b>5351 Delmar Blvd., St. Louis, MO 63112</b></p>
<p><b>(Clinical Caseworker) Semi-Monthly Salary: $1,593.82 / Annual Salary $38,251.68
</b></p><p><b>(Sr. Clinical Case Worker) Semi-Monthly Salary: $1,958.03 / Annual Salary: $46,992.72</b></p>
<p><b>(LCSW) Semi-Monthly Salary: $2,438.14 / Annual Salary: $58,515.36</b></p>
<p><b>Scheduled Hours: Days (Saturday/Sunday Off) Work Area: 3 West</b></p>
<p>St. Louis Forensic Treatment Center North is hiring a Social Worker in the Competency Restoration Program. Our facility provides specialized care for clients who are justice-involved individuals who have been court ordered for psychiatric care and treatment. Our goal is to restore individuals to competence, so they may continue with legal proceedings when possible. This is a more acute psychiatric, inpatient hospital setting by court order. This setting is a minimum security level in a ward environment.</p>
Responsibilities: &middot; Conduct Social Service Assessments (Initial and/or Annual) &middot; Complete admission paperwork &middot; Provide individual and/or group treatment related to skills, therapy modalities, and competency restoration and complete corresponding documentation &middot; Complete Individual Treatment/Rehabilitation Plans (ITRP) and Treatment Reviews &middot; Write monthly notes progress/summary notes for clients &middot; Offer case management to assigned clients &middot; Conduct suicide risk and other risk assessments as needed &middot; Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team on a regular basis &middot; Participate in discharge and legal processes (e.g. guardianship) as necessary &middot; Other duties as assigned Eligibility: &middot; Must have prior experience providing care for clients diagnosed with mental illness, substance use disorders, and/or intellectual developmental disorders &middot; Knowledge of the DSM, evidence-based practices, and best social work practices encouraged &middot; Degree or License in Social Work (MSW, LMSW, or LCSW) preferred, but will consider candidates who meet the minimum qualifications &middot; Willing to consider individuals who hold a BSW or related degree and are nearing completion of a MSW degree. This individual would likely qualify as a Clinical Caseworker until completion of MSW degree &middot; Minimum qualifications for Clinical Caseworker, Sr. Clinical Caseworker, and Licensed Clinical Social Worker can be found here: https://pers.oa.mo.gov/careers/direct-health-services/clinical-social-work Excellent State of Missouri Benefit Package Including:
<ul><li>Affordable Health, Vision, Dental Insurance</li>
</ul><ul><li>Paid Basic Life Insurance (amount equivalent to annual salary)</li>
<li>Cafeteria Plan</li>
<li>Deferred Compensation</li>
<li>MOSERS Retirement (Members contribute 4% of pay, to MOSERS plan and 1% towards Deferred Compensation)</li>
<li>13 paid holidays per year</li>
<li>10 hours of annual leave accrued per month</li>
<li>10 hours of sick leave accrued per month</li>
</ul>To Apply:
<p>Apply online at https://mocareers.mo.gov by selecting the Licensed Clinical Social Worker (FTC-South) position located in St. Louis, MO.</p>
<p>For questions contact the Human Resources Office at: Nicole.Burkett@dmh.mo.gov</p>
<p></p>WHY DMH?
<p>The Missouri Department of Mental Health is dedicated to the prevention, treatment, and public understanding of mental illness and developmental disabilities. By joining our team, YOU can make a difference in the lives of those impacted by a mental illness or developmental disability so they have the opportunity to pursue their dreams, live their lives to the fullest, and be a valued member of their communities.</p>
<p><i>An Equal Opportunity Employer; services provided on a nondiscriminatory basis</i></p>
The State of Missouri is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to developing and maintaining a talented workforce.</div>

Licensed Clinical Social Worker (FTC-North)

<div>Job Summary - Why you&rsquo;ll love this position
<p><b>LICENSED CLINICAL SOCIAL WORKER (LCSW)</b></p>
<p></p><p><b>Job Location:
</b></p><p>Fulton State Hospital</p>
<p>600 East Fifth Street</p>
<p>Fulton, MO 65251</p>
<p></p><p><b>Why you&rsquo;ll love this position:
</b></p><p>Fulton State Hospital is a trauma informed community of skilled people partnering with individuals challenged by mental illness to inspire healing and recovery and is known for using evidence-based treatment and innovative practices. You will be a member of an intra-disciplinary team working together to provide treatment for individuals who have complex histories and mental health needs.</p>
<p><b>Benefits</b>:</p>
<ul><li>FREE supervision for licensure</li>
<li>FREE contact hours to maintain licensure requirements</li>
<li>Flexible 40 Hour a week work schedule</li>
<li>No weekends or off shift on-call</li>
<li>$200/month for loan repayment</li>
<li>13 paid holidays</li>
<li>Paid personal and sick time</li>
</ul>Responsibilities - What you&rsquo;ll do
<p><b>What you&rsquo;ll do:
</b></p><p>The Social Worker chosen will assist clients in learning a combination of strategies, unique to each treatment program and goals of the client, which ranges from development of skills for illness management and recovery, risk management, adaptive self-regulation and interpersonal skill development. The Social Worker will carve out strategies for effectively working with clients to help the client enhance self-monitoring and self-management and an array of other evidence-based treatment, validation, and skills building based on the assigned program.
</p>Qualifications - All you need for success
<p><b>All you need for success, m</b><b>ust meet State of Missouri Minimum Qualifications:</b></p>
<ul><li>A Master's degree from an accredited school of Social Work (MSW) <i>and</i> LCSW in good standing with the State of Missouri</li>
</ul>Job Details - More reasons to love this position
<p><b>More reasons to love this position:
</b></p><p>The State of Missouri offers an excellent benefits package that includes a defined pension plan, generous amounts of leave and holiday time, and eligibility for health insurance coverage. Your total compensation is more than the dollars you receive in your paycheck. To help demonstrate the value of working for the State of Missouri, we have created an interactive Total Compensation Calculator. This tool provides a comprehensive view of benefits and more that are offered to prospective employees. The Total Compensation Calculator and other applicant resources can be found here.
</p>Contact Details - If you have questions or require any accommodations to participate in the application or interview process please contact:
<p>If interested, applicants should send an email of interest to:</p>
<p>Katy Klick LCSW</p>
<p>Director of Social Work</p>
<p>katy.klick@dmh.mo.gov
</p>The State of Missouri is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to developing and maintaining a talented workforce.</div>

Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) FSH

Bad River Health & Wellness Center

<p><b>Summary: </b>Primary responsibility of this position is to provide care coordination case management services for the Bad River Health &amp; Wellness Center to coordinate systems of care to provide a holistic healing approach. The Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) is responsible for providing assessment and therapy services to clients of all ages with a variety of mental health as well as primary care health needs. Establish psychological diagnoses according to the Diagnostic and Manual of Disorders. Assess psychological needs and design individualized care plans for each patient including a plan for psychotherapeutic treatments. Provide individual, group, and family therapy services. Maintain timely completion of patient therapy records through the electronic medical record. Complete psychological testing if applicable. Will collaborate with other professionals to assess case management plans and evaluate follow-through by service providers and clients.</p><p>Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.</p><ul><li>Must maintain a caseload that includes weekly face-to-face contact with the patient while promoting wraparound philosophy and practices.</li><li>Must assemble Coordinated Services Team (CST) referrals by interviewing the patient, and identifying family members/natural supports/agency representatives and other significant persons.</li><li>The Licensed Clinical Social Worker begins to uncover the patient's strengths and needs and assists with any immediate needs.</li><li>Coordinates the meeting of the Coordinated Services Team and develops the initial individual Plan of Care (POC) based on the identified strengths and needs, including a comprehensive 24-hour Crisis Safety Plan that considers the culture, values, and beliefs of the patient.</li><li>Must monitor the provision and quality to the family through the Coordinated Services Team and is the liaison when new services/resources need to be sought or developed.</li><li>Provides or arranges for transportation for his/her client to appointments, crisis/respite services, etc., if needed.</li><li>Provides or secures support and crisis/emergency services for the patient.</li><li>Completes all necessary paperwork in a strength-based manner and maintains accurate information online, ensuring demographic information is up to date as well.</li><li>Collaborate with other necessary individuals the patient may have contact with, such as Physicians, Medical Providers, Behavioral Health Providers, Long Term Care Providers, Treatment Providers, other case Managers, Traditional Healers, Elders, Informal Support, Community Resources, Family, etc.</li><li>Must dress respectfully and maintain a respectful demeanor and representation at all times.</li><li>Provide written and verbal information related to the patient medical, behavioral, and mental health based on assessment and contact.</li><li>Provides comprehensive community-based safety in the least restrictive setting.</li><li>Provide medical prevention services to the patient.</li><li>Advocate for clients or patients to resolve crises.</li><li>Provide community outreach and education.</li><li>Collaborate with other professionals to evaluate the patient's medical or physical condition and assess client needs.</li><li>Refer patient, client, or family to community resources to assist in recovery from mental or physical illness and to provide access to services such as financial assistance, legal aid, housing, job placement, or education.</li><li>Counsel client and patient in individual and group sessions to help them overcome dependencies, recover from illness and adjust to life.</li><li>Utilize consultation data and social work experience to plan and coordinate client or patient care and rehabilitation, following to ensure service efficacy.</li><li>Plan discharge from care facility to home or other care facilities.</li><li>Organize support groups or counsel family members to assist them in understanding, dealing with, and supporting the client or patient.</li><li>Modify treatment plan to comply with changes in client status.</li><li>Monitor, evaluate, and record client progress according to measurable goals described in the treatment and care plan.</li><li>Identify environmental impediments to client or patient progress through interviews and review of patient records.</li><li>Supervise and direct other workers providing services to clients or patients.</li><li>Oversee Medicaid and Medicare-related paperwork and recordkeeping on hospital discharge where applicable and pre-post ambulatory referral for care.</li><li>Plan and conduct programs to combat social problems, prevent substance abuse, or improve community health and counseling services.</li><li>Develop or advise on social policy and assist in community development.</li></ul><p>Qualification Requirements: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or ability required. Knowledge of the uniqueness of the Bad River Community. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.</p><p>Education and/or Experience:</p><p>Required:</p><ul><li>A Master of Social Work Degree from an accredited training program.</li><li>Current Licensure or Immediate Licensure Eligible in Wisconsin as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW)</li><li>Experience: Two (2) years of outpatient mental health care experience preferred.</li><li>Current Wisconsin State Social Work License.</li><li>Candidates are required to be licensed by a State Board to provide counseling (e.g., LCSW, LMFT, LPC, PsyD, or similar credentials).</li><li>One year of experience as a social worker in the medical/behavioral health field; or three years of experience as a social worker in a public and/or private setting</li></ul><p>Other Skills and Abilities:</p><p>Required:</p><ul><li>This is a required driver position. Must possess a valid driver&rsquo;s license and meet eligibility for tribal insurance. <b>Knowledge and experience working with Native American communities, culture, and cultural traditions</b></li><li>Above-average computer skills.</li><li>Excellent customer service skills.</li><li>Must be able to communicate, oral and written.</li><li>Must be an excellent listener.</li><li>Must be willing to travel for training.</li><li>Must maintain confidentiality and abide by various privacy laws pertaining to patient rights under HIPAA, 42 CFR Part 2, and Privacy Act.</li></ul><p>Pay: $30.00 - $35.00 per hour</p><p>Benefits:</p><ul><li>401(k)</li><li>Family leave</li><li>Health insurance</li><li>Life insurance</li><li>Loan forgiveness</li><li>Paid time off</li></ul><p>Work Location: In person</p>

Certified Social Worker

Progressive Life Center

<p></p><div><div><div>Social Worker</div><div></div><div><br>
Progressive Life Center (PLC) is one of the mid-Atlantic&rsquo;s largest and most respected non-profit agencies serving vulnerable children and families. PLC is recognized for its pioneering work in developing culturally responsive approaches to mental health and child and family development. Our services include foster and kinship care, after school educational programs, mentoring, adoption placement, independent living skills, parenting support, mental health counseling and crisis hotlines. PLC has offices in Washington DC, Maryland, Delaware, and Pennsylvania. This position will be based in Baltimore, MD.</div><div></div><div><br>
Program Summary:</div><div>
The NIA - Foster Care program provides comprehensive long-term temporary child placement services. NIA places children from birth to twenty-years old in the care of trained and certified families while they heal, adjust, and prepare for a permanent home. The mission is to minimize the time each of our children spends waiting for this permanent home.</div><div></div><div><br>
Position Description:</div><div>
Progressive Life Center is seeking a Licensed Social Worker to provide individual and family therapeutic intervention to clients and families.</div><div></div><div><br>
The incumbent will be responsible for case management, and maintaining confidential, comprehensive clinical case files; providing relevant crisis intervention and advocacy services; conduct intakes and matching of new referrals; conduct psychosocial assessments and home studies; assist clients in identification and coordination of utilization of appropriate community resources; and other duties as assigned.</div><div></div><div><br>
Qualifications:</div><div>
Bachelors or Master&rsquo;s degree in Social Work from an accredited college or university.</div><div>
MD Licensed Bachelor Social Worker or Licensed Master Social Worker.</div><div>
Two (2) years child welfare experience.</div><div>
Proficiency in oral and written communication.</div><div>
Bilingual in English/Spanish is desirable.</div><div>
Skills in formulating diagnostic statements, treatment plans, and permanency plans.</div><div>
Proficiency in MS Office Suite.</div><div>
Owner of reliable vehicle.</div><div>
Certificate in NTU Service Delivery Model within one (1) year of hire.</div><div></div><div><br>
We offer exceptional benefits package with an opportunity for personal and professional growth, EOE.</div><div></div><div><br>
Benefits:</div><div>
Clinical Training</div><div>
Continuing Education Units</div><div>
Fringe Benefits</div><div>
Investment package</div><div>
Telework</div><div></div><div><br>
Physical Demands:</div><div>
Physical Demands (Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions).</div><div></div><div><br>
Ability to remain in a stationary position 50% of the time.</div><div>
Ability to occasionally move about inside the office to access file cabinets, office machinery, etc.;</div><div>
Ability to operate a computer and other office productivity machinery;</div><div>
Ability to position self to stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl;</div><div>
Ability to frequently communicate with employees/customers/clients; and must be able to exchange accurate information by perceiving the nature of sound, near and far vision, depth perception, providing oral and written information;</div><div>
Ability to frequently move files weighing up to 20 pounds throughout the office space;</div><div>
Ability to be on call and often respond to situations during off hours which can disrupt normal sleep patterns and cause fatigue;</div><div>
Ability to physically restrain children when required and protect him/her in physically confrontational situations;</div><div>
Ability to face a significant amount of emotional stress which can cause related physical stress;</div><div>
In cases of child relocation, the incumbent may be required to assist the child by carrying belongings and must often lift, carry and/or comfort small children.</div><div></div><div><br>
Work Environment:</div></div><p></p><div><div>
Normal office environment or residential facility, but also may travel locally to visit clients within their homes, meet with service providers, and/or attend meetings:</div><div>
Schools, hospitals, mental health clinics, private practices, prisons, corporations, and numerous public and private agencies.</div><div>
Specialize in one or more of over 40 practice areas &ndash; including Disaster Relief, Child Welfare Services, and Homeless Family Assistance, among many others.</div><div></div><div><i><br>
Equal Opportunity Employer</i></div><p><i>
PLC is an equal opportunity employer. PLC does not discriminate in employment on account of race, sex, colo</i><i>r, religion, sexual orientation, parental status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, political affiliation, military status, or other non-merit based factors.</i></p></div></div><p></p>

Social Worker

Optalis Healthcare (Health & Rehabilitation Centers)

<div><div><b>Social Worker</b></div>
<div>Optalis of Grand Rapids: 1950 32nd Street</div>
<div>Part-time</div>
<div></div><div>The Social Worker, as a member of the interdisciplinary team, provides services in response to the emotional needs of residents and their families. The Social Worker also assists with resident admissions and the referral process</div>
<div></div><div><div><b>DUTIES:</b></div>
<ul><li>Maintaining and/or improving the resident&rsquo;s ability to improve everyday physical needs and mental/psychosocial needs</li>
<li>Identifying individual social and emotional needs</li>
<li>Developing and Maintaining individualized care plans</li>
<li>Participating in the planning of the resident&rsquo;s admission, community re-entry or transfer to another facility</li>
<li>Participating in interdisciplinary care plan meetings to ensure treatment of the social and emotional needs of the resident</li>
</ul><div><b>REQUIREMENTS:</b></div>
<ul><li>MI State Social Work license is preferred</li>
<li>Bachelor&rsquo;s Degree in Social Work or Psychology</li>
<li>Long Term Care / Subacute Experience Required</li></ul></div></div>

Lantern Community Services

<p></p><div><p><b>Classification:</b> Non-Exempt</p><p><b>
Reports to:</b> Program Director</p><p><b>
Status &amp; Hours: </b>This is a full-time position with a daytime schedule that includes 1 evening/late shift and weekend coverage. Lantern staff may be asked to change the work schedule and hours depending on the operational needs of the site and the agency.</p><p><b>
Who We Are:</b></p><p>
Lantern Community Services helps New Yorkers impacted by homelessness move from surviving to thriving by pairing safe, supportive housing with wraparound services that build lasting stability and independence. If you believe a steady home can be the start of everything else, you&rsquo;ll fit right in with our mission-first team. Lantern was also recognized as a Top 2025 Workplace by City &amp; State New York - a great place to do meaningful work with people who care.</p><p><b>
Where You Will Work: </b>Hudson Bay is a brand-new, all-female shelter in the Bronx housing 200 women aged 55 and older.</p><p><b>
About The Role:</b></p><p>
The Social Worker plays a critical role in delivering high-quality, client-centered services within the shelter setting. This position requires strong clinical judgment, leadership skills, and the ability to engage and support individuals experiencing homelessness, mental health challenges, substance use issues, and other barriers to stability. The Social Worker provides assessments, counseling, case management, crisis intervention, and care coordination while ensuring compliance with agency, city, and state standards.</p><p><b><br>
Essential Functions:</b></p><ul><li>
Demonstrate leadership and maintain a commitment to client-centered, trauma-informed care.</li><li>
Manage and coordinate clinical and administrative functions in compliance with federal and state standards, utilizing CARES, PSYKES, CAPS, and other DHS/OTDA systems.</li><li>
Ensure effective delivery and documentation of services, including referrals to appropriate levels of care.</li><li>
Conduct biopsychosocial assessments, mental status examinations, and comprehensive mental health evaluations, including those required for Supportive Housing referrals.</li><li>
Conduct shelter-based mental health and substance use screenings.</li><li>
Develop and facilitate groups, workshops, and trainings that promote health, wellness, personal growth, and housing stability.</li><li>
Provide crisis intervention, complete incident follow-ups, and support risk management procedures.</li><li>
Maintain accurate and timely client records in compliance with regulatory and HIPAA standards.</li><li>
Serve as a liaison to community agencies and build collaborative relationships with service providers and referral sources.</li><li>
Utilize a harm reduction approach when supporting a diverse caseload.</li><li>
Engage residents through apartment visits, community outings, and appointment escorts as needed.</li><li>
Develop safety plans and collaborate with staff to de-escalate crises.</li><li>
Participate in interdisciplinary meetings, supervision, and ongoing professional development, including clinical supervision toward advanced licensure.</li><li>
Perform other related duties as assigned.</li></ul><p>
 <b>Required Qualifications:</b></p><ul><li>
MSW from an accredited school required; LMSW preferred.</li><li>
At least one (1) year of experience working with adults and/or families impacted by poverty, chronic homelessness, mental illness, substance use, or medical issues.</li><li>
Ability to work independently and collaboratively within an interdisciplinary team.</li><li>
Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage a diverse caseload.</li><li>
Ability to work under pressure, including during crisis situations, and maintain scheduling flexibility.</li><li>
Experience with ETO or other electronic record-keeping systems preferred.</li></ul><p><b>
Work Environment: </b>This job operates in a shelter environment and works with a population who may experience mental illness, substance use, disability, HIV/AIDS, and other chronic illnesses.</p><p><b>
Physical Demands: </b>While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, sit, stoop, climb stairs and/or kneel. The employee must use hands to type, handle, or feel and frequently talk or hear. Occasionally, the employee may lift and/or move up to 5 pounds. Some positions may require travel between work sites and carrying materials up to 8 pounds.</p><p><b>
Note: </b>Lantern Community Services provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment. Lantern Community Services values the diversity of all our clients, staff, Board of Directors, and partners. By bringing diverse individuals and viewpoints together, we create more vibrant, healthy, and just communities.</p></div><p></p>

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